Commander of US Indo-Pacific Command to visit Sri Lanka
The Embassy of the United States in Colombo announced that the Commander of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM), Admiral Samuel J. Paparo, will visit Colombo from March 19-21.
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Govt. assures to address delays in releasing imported vehicles
The Government assured that it would take necessary steps to resolve the delays in releasing newly imported vehicles, if there were any shortcomings in the existing mechanism.
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Thailand’s visa-free stay will soon be cut to 30 days. Here’s what it means for tourists
Thailand has announced it will halve the number of days foreign tourists can stay in the country without a visa from 60 days to 30.
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Sri Lanka economic growth picks up as IMF aid keeps flowing – report
Sri Lanka’s economy grew faster than expected last quarter, indicating strong domestic activity backed by the International Monetary Fund’s aid.
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Govt. hard pressed to fulfil obligations for GSP +
*EU to introduce new guidelines effective from 2027
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Deshabandu Tennakoon surrenders to Matara court
Former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon has surrendered to the Matara Magistrate’s Court this morning.
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Police vs. Police: Acting IGP Hunts Fugitive IGP
A joint operation has been launched to arrest suspended Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon, under the direct supervision of the Acting IGP.
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Food Safety: Key Stakeholders Unite for Sri Lanka’s Future
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), supported by the European Union (EU) and in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Mass Media,
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Sri Lanka coconut prices drop 6.8-pct at auction
Sri Lanka coconut prices declined at a weekly auction, Coconut Development Authority (CDA) weekly auction data showed.
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Sri Lanka stocks decline 1.33-pct continuing slide
Sri Lanka stocks closed down 1.33 percent on Monday, continuing the downward trend, data on its site showed.
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